When you're ready to give up contracts but you still want a decent phone on a solid network, you have options. A number of pre-paid carriers and MVNOs are ready to support you. Last week we asked you for the best, then highlighted the five best carriers and put them to a vote. Now we're back to feature the winner.

If you think you're stuck with the major carriers when you go looking for cellphone service, you'll be happy to know there's an array of pre-paid carriers, MVNOs, and alternatives that may use the big guys' towers, but can offer you flexible plans, better pricing, and outstanding customer service. Here are five of the…

If you want an alternative to the big carriers, you do have some options. Pre-paid carriers, MVNOs, and other companies that ride the same towers but have their own phones, customer service, and pricing plans can give you valuable choices. This week we want to know which ones you think are the best.

Doodad is a new service that lets you use your smartphone wherever you travel without fear of an expensive bill full of roaming charges waiting for you when you get back home. Just order one of their prepaid SIM cards for your device, load it up with as much data as you think you'll need, and head to the airport.